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Why the Mid-Level Exception Will Dictate the Sixers' Interest in Bringing Back Oubre, Grimes

The Sixers were in training camp by the time one of the staples of their roster for the 2025-26 season was settled. That's unusual and suboptimal. It was also part of doing business.

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Is MarJon Beauchamp worth a longer look for the Sixers?

MarJon Beauchamp was the last player the Sixers acquired before the 2025-26 season began. After the final preseason game, the team waived Emoni Bates and signed Beauchamp to an Exhibit 10 contract. He spent the majority of the season in the G League playing for the Delaware Blue Coats.

Philadelphia 76ers News / The Lead / May 31

Philadelphia 76ers 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Philadelphia 76ers endured a 2025 season that delivered both astronomical highs and devastating lows. Regularly drifting between contender and cautionary tale, their run was marked by injury woes, suspensions, and a historic 3-1 comeback that came crashing down in the semifinal round at the hands of the New York Knicks.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / May 30

76ers Turn to Mike Gansey to Reset Their Future After Morey Era Ends

The 76ers have spent the past several years living in a strange middle ground, never bad enough to rebuild, never healthy or consistent enough to break through.

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The 'Last 10 3-pointer NBA game by team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to make at least 10 three-pointers in the same game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Yardbarker / May 30

76ers tap Cavaliers GM to lead front office

The Daryl Morey era in Philadelphia is over. The Mike Gansey era is ready to begin.

Cavaliers' Koby Altman addresses Evan Mobley, Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors

One contender has already shut the door on Giannis Antetokounmpo

The 'Most 30-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / May 29

Sixers to hire Cavaliers GM Mike Gansey as president of basketball operations

Cavaliers general manager Mike Gansey has reached an agreement to become the Sixers‘ new president of basketball operations.

Cavaliers' Koby Altman addresses Evan Mobley, Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors

One contender has already shut the door on Giannis Antetokounmpo

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Scoop B / May 29

The Script Writer: Why Finalist Jameer Nelson Has the Local DNA to Lead the 76ers Front Office

As the Philadelphia 76ers progress through a high-stakes front-office restructuring under the direction of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment’s President of Sports, Bob Myers, a clear picture is emerging at the top of the wishlist.

Kelly Oubre News / Liberty Ballers / May 29

What does the future hold for Kelly Oubre Jr. and the Sixers?

Kelly Oubre Jr. had yet another season of showing up consistently when the Sixers’ competitiveness was often all over the place. In 31.5 minutes per game through the regular season, he averaged 14.1 points on a career-high 58 true shooting percentage, 5.0 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.4 steals.

Quentin Grimes News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / May 28

Quentin Grimes Has the Sixers in the 'Bird Rights Trap' in NBA Free Agency

Quentin Grimes might not be the Sixers' most important free agent this offseason, but he isn't far behind Kelly Oubre Jr. in that regard. League insiders seem to recognize the pickle that the Sixers are in with him.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 28

Why Jared McCain’s Thunder breakout will put pressure on 76ers in free agency

The Philadelphia 76ers will face several key roster decisions this summer after parting ways with Daryl Morey. Quentin Grimes’ unrestricted free agency will be near the top of the list.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 27

WCF Game 5 proves ex-76ers’ Daryl Morey did not sell high on Jared McCain

The Philadelphia 76ers’ decision to trade Jared McCain during the 2026 NBA Trade Deadline was widely criticized by fans as soon as it was announced. McCain was one of the standout rookies last season for the team, but a meniscus tear early in the year ended his campaign early.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 26

Josh Hart trolls a ‘broke’ teammate after clinching NBA Finals berth

The New York Knicks are going to the NBA Finals, but the team’s latest success is not changing Josh Hart’s trolling ways. Among his targets after helping the Knicks win the Eastern Conference title was Jose Alvarado, whose photo with the Bob Cousy Trophy became a subject of one of Hart’s posts on Instagram Stories.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 25

76ers rumors: The 4 finalists to replace Daryl Morey

The Philadelphia 76ers have a big decision to make before they do anything this offseason, and it’s finding a new president of basketball operations. They’ve done their due diligence on several potential candidates, and it looks like it’s going to come down to four people, according to NBA insider Marc Stein.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / May 25

Sixers’ Lead Executive Job is Attractive as Ever with Recent Announcements

Whoever becomes the Sixers’ lead executive has to answer a $299-million question in the total amount of money Philadelphia owes Joel Embiid and Paul George over the next three years.

Tyrese Maxey News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / May 24

Tyrese Maxey's Latest Award Puts Him Up With NBA's Best

Being an All-Star Starter? Awesome. Being the top American vote-getter amongst All-Star starters? Neat. 12th-ranked jersey sale in the NBA and 8th amongst American-born players?

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 23

Ex-76ers star Jared McCain’s stat proves Daryl Morey didn’t ‘sell low’ on Thunder sniper

Playoff pressure often brings hindsight conversations, and this NBA postseason has been no exception. One of the recurring themes is how players once limited to smaller roles can suddenly thrive in new situations.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / May 23

'I’ll Always Have Love for Him': Jared McCain Breaks Silence on Daryl Morey After Crying Over 76ers Trade

Jared McCain cried on a team bus in February when the 76ers traded him. On Friday night, in a hostile road arena in San Antonio, he scored a playoff career-high 24 points in 27 minutes.

Daryl Morey News / Larry Brown Sports / May 22

76ers could hire 1 former NBA All-Star to replace Daryl Morey

The Philadelphia 76ers may not have to look very far to find Daryl Morey’s successor. Retired former NBA All-Star point guard Nelson is a candidate to replace Morey as Philadelphia’s next head of basketball operations, Tony Jones of The Athletic reported this week.

Tyrese Maxey News / Liberty Ballers / May 22

Tyrese Maxey enters offseason looking to adjust to life as a No. 1 option

Tyrese Maxey has done nothing but get better year in and year out. In his rookie season, Maxey was every bit the part of a small guard drafted outside of the lottery.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Athlon Sports / May 20

Allen Iverson … and Who? Ranking the Best Philadelphia 76ers of All Time

Since their founding as the Syracuse Nationals in 1946 and move to Philadelphia in 1963, the 76ers have had plenty of basketball royalty step through their doors.

Philadelphia 76ers News / HITC / May 16

Bombshell confession from Josh Harris on 76ers’ collapse — Here’s what he needs to do next

The 76ers’ recent shake-up isn’t what’s dominating conversation in Philadelphia. It’s the growing sense that people are losing faith in ownership to turn things around.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Total Pro Sports / May 15

VJ Edgecombe Receives Incredible Reception in Bahamas After Rookie Season With Sixers

The 2025-26 NBA season was a thrilling ride, and one rookie who truly captured the spotlight was VJ Edgecombe of the Philadelphia 76ers. While Edgecombe may not have snagged the Rookie of the Year award or brought home a championship, his remarkable performance left a lasting impression.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Stadium Rant / May 15

The Philadelphia 76ers Should Target These Players In The 2026 NBA Draft

The Philadelphia 76ers are undergoing a major change in their front office. They fired the president of basketball operations, Daryl Morey, and will likely be led by Bob Myers during the NBA draft.